Proper nutrition improves health and prevents diseases, including heart disease. Many types of tea have a beneficial effect.
In particular, the herbal substances contained in green tea strengthen the heart and thereby improving health. Research is less unanimous on the effect of black tea, which also protects the heart. Especially when combined with milk, tea loses its cardio-strengthening function.
Some herbal teas also have a positive effect on the heart.
“While hawthorn tea is said to promote and enhance blood flow and contraction of the heart muscle, motherwort has a calming effect on the heart,” says doctor – cardiologist Oleg Varfolomeev specially for Medikforum.
This is how green tea strengthens your heart
Drinking green tea in moderation can have a positive effect on your heart health. The reason for this is the tannins found in green tea, also known as catechins.
Antioxidant catechins as secondary plant substances protect blood vessels and their walls. They dilate blood vessels, which leads to improved blood flow. They can prevent deposits in blood vessels, known as atherosclerosis.
“Green tea affects sugar and fat metabolism. Catechins stimulate fat burning. Tea does not raise blood sugar levels so quickly.”
However, green tea is not a panacea. Due to the bitter substances and caffeine it contains, many people can tolerate it. only in small amounts. However, one to two cups a day is enough for a positive effect.
“If you are reacting to green tea with heart palpitations, tremors, dizziness or nausea, you should abstain from it or further limit consumption. Then tea may be too stimulating for the cardiovascular system. b>Important! The information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. At the first sign diseases, consult a doctor.